decent
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For a decent chunk of the tech universe, however, there is less to worry about than meets the eye.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 16, 2026
I like this recipe in particular because if the farmers market has otherwise failed you, there is a decent chance the pickle table has not.
From Salon ● Aug. 16, 2026
It is one of several measures that he is taking in a bid to ensure his small vineyard produces a decent crop despite a historically hot summer and low rainfall.
From Barron's ● Aug. 16, 2026
Heisenberg: Le Fee enjoyed a decent first Premier League season, returning five goals and six assists, while also picking up points through defensive contributions.
From BBC ● Aug. 14, 2026
As I sat in bed, trying to make my letters look decent, I heard John Worth go into the lean-to chatting up a storm.
From "Worth" by A. LaFaye
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